From PERMA‑V to VAMPRE : A Practical Wellbeing Model Managers Can Act on Immediately

Most managers today are exhausted, busy, and under constant pressure to deliver results. When wellbeing models are introduced, they often sound inspiring—but fail at the critical moment: they do not tell managers what to do first, next, and last. This article is written for managers who do not need motivation, philosophy, or happiness slogans. They…

Why Most Root Cause Analysis (RCA) Fails

Using the Iceberg Model of Systems Thinking to Go Beyond 5-Why Introduction “We did the RCA… but the problem came back.” This is one of the most common frustrations we hear from managers, engineers, and senior leaders across industries. Yet, the same problem reappears—sometimes within weeks, sometimes in a different form. The issue is not…

From Dysfunction to Cohesion: How Teams Build True Effectiveness

Every organization aspires to have effective teams — teams that deliver results, adapt to challenges, and stay aligned even under pressure. Yet, despite strategy, skill, and structure, many teams struggle with something less visible but far more powerful: human dynamics. At Verund Consulting, we have seen this pattern repeatedly across industries — from coconut processing…

Beyond Training: Why habit tracking and consistency metrics are the missing link in mindset change.

Introduction Organizations spend millions on training and consultancy to shift leadership, mindset, and attitudes. Yet many programs fail to deliver long-term results. Participants return inspired, but the new behaviors fade after a few weeks. The core problem? Most training stops at knowledge transfer. Few programs equip participants with tools to track, measure, and reinforce new…

Why Management Capability Development (MCD) is No Longer Optional for Growing Businesses

At Verund Consulting, we often remind our clients of a simple truth: your organization cannot grow faster than your management capability. Strategies, markets, and technologies may evolve, but if your managers and leaders remain at the same level, progress will stall. This is why we designed our Management Capability Development (MCD) Program — a structured…

The Hidden Driver of Performance: Why Team Dynamics Matter More Than You Think

Introduction Walk into any underperforming organization and ask what is wrong. You will often hear answers like “people don’t follow their job descriptions,” “our team is technically sound, but they need management skills, “the issue here is  we lack teamwork” or “managers lack discipline.” While those may be symptoms, the deeper issue often lies in…

Beyond KPIs: Understanding KSI, KMI, KPI, and KAI for Holistic Performance Management

Introduction In today’s data-driven world, organizations often rely heavily on KPIs—Key Performance Indicators—as the gold standard for performance measurement. But KPIs are just one piece of a much larger puzzle. To truly manage and improve performance, leaders must adopt a broader framework that includes KSI (Key Strategic Indicators), KMI (Key Management Indicators), KPI (Key Performance…

How to Manage Transition while Managing the Change

Introduction Change management is a mega topic in management literature. We have been over focusing the change and overlooking the transition which is a critical element or aspect in managing the change effectively. The first  step towards this would be discerning these two terms “ change” and “ transition”. We often use these two terms inter-changeably…

What is Conscious Leadership and Why it Matters ?

Introduction In a rapidly evolving world, the significance of leadership has never been more profound. As organizations navigate complex challenges and strive for sustainable success, a new paradigm emerges—one that emphasizes conscious leadership. Gone are the days of autocratic decision-making and detached, profit-centric approaches. Instead, a shift is underway, urging leaders to embrace a holistic…

Are you a Problem Centered Thinker or Outcome Based Thinker ?

Introduction In the dynamic landscape of modern corporate environments, effective decision-making and problem-solving are critical skills for managers. Neuro-Linguistic Programming (NLP) offers valuable insights into how individuals perceive and interpret the world around them, providing tools to enhance communication, leadership, and decision-making. Among these tools, two distinct approaches stand out: problem-centered thinking and outcome-based thinking….